Cut From the Same Jib

The estuary at Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary with the mountains of Southeast Alaska in the distance
We have had the absolute fortune of meeting many outstanding individuals who create the most inspirational, passionate and life-changing experiences over years of hosting guests from around the World. There is an intrinsic nature that each of these people possess who unselfishly share their excitement, expertise and passion with our guests – but how on earth did they find Bluewater Adventures?

Could it be our reputation? – Bluewater has been hosting trips the longest out of any operators on this coast and we have met thousands of travelers from around the world.

Could it be our expedition vessels? – We have 2 ketches and 1 sloop – all built locally. They are will maintained and exciting to travel aboard.

Might it be the places that we explore? – There is a solace one finds on the water, on a remote beach and amongst towering old-growth cedars. Its calls for your return are unrelenting.

The incredible group of people who make up Bluewater Crew now and through the years could probably agree that it’s a dash of all 3. We are truly grateful for these talented people with colourful stories, immense knowledge and experiences who craft each trip as if it’s the last they’ll every sail.

These two are cut from the same jib…

Captain Brian Falconer can easily be described as one of the most experienced Captains on the west coast. Since the 1980’s he has been leading eco-tours and fell in love with the wildlife and hidden gems of coastal BC and Southeast Alaska.

He has built an enviable reputation, coastwide, working with the Raincoast Conservation Foundation (marine mammal surveys, bear hunting territory buyouts) and with Bluewater Adventures since 2003. He is often specially requested by our various charter groups and past guests from around the world. His captivating storytelling, passion for marine exploration, wealth of knowledge on coastal ecology and wildlife conservation sets expedition travel with Brian apart from the rest.

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Captain Neil Shearar has been skippering for Bluewater Adventures for over 20 years and is dedicated to sharing his love of the wilderness and wildlife on the B.C. coast with our guests. He has 18 years of experience bear guiding and sits on the board of the Commercial Bear Viewing Association of BC. He is an avid wildlife photographer with an impressive collection of images and some great pointers to share. Neil is devoted to making each trip better than the last and navigates the waterways with a gentle confidence that he will encounter whales or bears or wolves.
If you have an interest in learning about coastal carnivores, local First Nations, sailing, you can experience it all with this passionate conservation advocate and storyteller.  check out his Instagram page to appreciate some if the sights he has captured. @ocean_grizzly

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